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Great Tours: African Safari

Series: Great Tours: African Safari
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Episodes
24
Rating
TVPG
Year
2007
Language
English
Publisher
The Great Courses

About

Taught by the highly experienced safari guide James Currie, these 24 exciting episodes take you onto the plains and into the jungles of Africa. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to stunning bird sanctuaries, and from national parks to hidden-gem wilderness areas, experienced travelers and armchair enthusiasts alike will enjoy this exhilarating tour of Africa.

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Episodes

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1. The Evolution of the Modern Safari

32m

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Begin your journey with a look at the origins and evolution of the safari, from its African roots as a trading journey to the hunting expeditions of the early 1900s to a form of popular tourism. Consider how Africa changed over the 20th century, and witness the rise of ecotourism. Survey the nature of safaris today.

2. Comparing Self-Drive and Guided Safaris

29m

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Before you embark on your safari, you have a critical decision to make. Do you want to rent a car and manage your own safari (which offers the most freedom, privacy, and affordability), or do you want to hire a guide to plan your itinerary, outfit your trip, and educate you along the way? Consider the pros and cons of each.

3. Safaris in East Africa

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Get an introduction to the five major safari categories. After reviewing them in total, this episode delves into safaris in East Africa: namely, in Kenya and Tanzania. Explore the wildlife on the Serengeti and the Maasai Mara. Experience the hair-raising sounds of predators. And learn about the major threat that may exist for an East African safari.

4. Safaris in Southern Africa

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Continue your study of safari categories. Here, tour the astounding wealth of Southern Africa, from the enormous Kruger National Park to Zimbabwe's big-game landscape and to the wild wetlands of Zambia. Southern Africa is an awe-inspiring mix of desert and wetland safari activities. Find out what to expect and how to plan a trip to this magnificent region.

5. Water Safaris

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Shift your attention to the rivers and wetlands of Botswana, where the opportunity to view wildlife from the water is like nothing else. Whether from a boat or a dugout canoe (or "mokoro"), and whether you are birdwatching or big-game viewing, a water safari is without a doubt the crown jewel of the African safari experience.

6. Desert Safaris

33m

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The majority of safari experiences concentrate in the continent's fertile savannahs and wetlands, but the arid regions of Namibia and the Atlantic coast of Africa hold countless treasures. Here, journey into the oldest desert in the world, view the magnificent red sand dunes, and learn about survival in a seemingly inhospitable climate.

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Artists

The Great Coursesdirector
The Great Coursesproducer
James Currieactor